Asylum seeking women get a sporting chance

Every week, about 15 asylum seeking and refugee women attend the women's only Women Get Active sporting class at YMCA Cardiff hosted by the Welsh Refugee Council in partnership with YMCA Cardiff and funded by Sports Wales. Many of the women are survivors of very difficult situations and feel the class provides an opportunity for them to escape, get back in touch with sport and have fun in the process.

Watch the video about their experiences, their pasts and how sport is helping to shape their future in Wales.

For over 25 years, we have been speaking out on behalf of those who are fleeing persecution, conflict and oppression. We empower asylum seekers and refugees to build new futures in Wales and help create a society where respect and equality for all are paramount.